Creamy Tuscan Orzo - Sweet and Savory Meals

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

In a large and deep pan or pot over medium heat, melt the butter.

Add orzo and garlic, stir, and cook for about 4-5 minutes.

Next, add tomato paste and dried Italian herbs, stir and cook until fully combined, about 1 minute.

After that, pour in the broth, half and half, and stir to combine.

Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and pepper.

Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil. After that, reduce to heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the orzo is tender and creamy, 12 to 15 minutes. If the mixture is too dry, add a bit of broth.

Next, fold in the spinach and Parmesan, and stir until the spinach is wilted, for about 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with more Parmesan cheese and serve.

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